Boosts

Husch Blackwell Boosts Toxic Tort Team with Key Asbestos and Benzene Litigator Hire

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In Kansas City, Missouri, Husch Blackwell LLP has broadened its legal expertise with the recent hiring of a specialist in asbestos and benzene litigation. The firm focuses on the technology, manufacturing, and transportation sectors and is looking to enhance its toxic tort practice with this new addition. The attorney, who previously worked with Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith LLP, brings a wealth of knowledge to Husch Blackwell. This hiring reflects the firm’s commitment to strengthening its capabilities in handling complex litigation associated with hazardous materials. As the demand for legal services in these areas continues … Read more

Oregon’s Senate Bill 95 Boosts Judicial Resources, Adding Long-Awaited Judges for Douglas County

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ROSEBURG, Ore. — Governor Tina Kotek has enacted Senate Bill 95, which introduces new judicial positions in Douglas, Lane, and Clackamas counties. This landmark decision comes after decades of stagnant judicial resources in Douglas County, where the number of elected judges has remained unchanged for over 40 years. According to a statement from the Douglas County Circuit Court, there have been no additions to the judicial bench since the Oregon Judicial Department began keeping records in 1985. The call for a new judge in Douglas County has been persistent, with requests included in legislative proposals … Read more

Jenner & Block Boosts Mass Torts Practice with Strategic Mayer Brown Team Acquisition

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Chicago — Jenner & Block has strengthened its mass torts practice by acquiring a team of attorneys from Mayer Brown. The move aims to bolster the firm’s capabilities in handling large-scale litigation, a sector that has seen a surge in demand due to ongoing legal challenges across various industries. This transition includes several seasoned litigators who bring extensive experience to Jenner & Block. Their collective expertise focuses on complex litigation involving multiple plaintiffs, which has become increasingly vital in today’s legal landscape. As companies face a wave of lawsuits, particularly related to product liability and … Read more

Weil Boosts Antitrust Practice in Paris with Major Six-Lawyer Hire Ahead of Leadership Change

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PARIS — Weil, Gotshal & Manges has announced the expansion of its antitrust practice by onboarding a team of six lawyers in its Paris office. This development comes just as the firm prepares for the departure of its current antitrust practice leader, marking a significant shift in the firm’s strategic direction. The team, which brings a wealth of experience in competition law, includes practitioners with backgrounds in both private practice and regulatory roles. This move is intended to bolster Weil’s capabilities in a continually evolving regulatory landscape, particularly within the European Union, where antitrust scrutiny … Read more